Biotechnology at Syracuse University
If you plan to study Biotechnology, take a look at what Syracuse University. Get started with the following essential facts.
Syracuse University is in Syracuse, NY.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 28 biotechnology degrees were granted at Syracuse University.
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Online Class Availability at Syracuse University
Many students take online classes at Syracuse University. Among 22,589 students, 2,298 (10%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 2,396 (11%) took at least some classes online.
Biotechnology Rankings at Syracuse University
These rankings give you a sense of how Syracuse University’s Biotechnology program against other schools offering the same major.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | New York | #4 of 8 |
| Best Value | New York | #8 of 8 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #17 of 22 |
| Best Value | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #22 of 22 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #67 of 84 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #81 of 82 |
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | New York | #4 of 8 |
| Best Value | New York | #8 of 8 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #17 of 22 |
| Best Value | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #22 of 22 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #67 of 84 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #81 of 82 |
Earnings for Biotechnology Graduates from Syracuse University
Those who finish Syracuse University’s Biotechnology program earn at the following median levels (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $37,007 |
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for Biotechnology graduates from Syracuse University comes in at $27,000.
Student Demographics & Diversity
The following sections describe the composition of Biotechnology graduates at Syracuse University, by degree type.
Program-wide, Biotechnology graduates at Syracuse University are 64% women (18) and 36% men (10).
Biotechnology Bachelor’s Program at Syracuse University
Of the 14 bachelor’s biotechnology graduates at Syracuse University, 64% were women (9) and 36% were men (5).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Biotechnology bachelor’s degree recipients at Syracuse University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 6 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 2 |
| Black / African American | 3 |
| Asian | 2 |
| International (Nonresident) | 1 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 50% of Biotechnology bachelor’s degree recipients at Syracuse University, below the national average of 51%.*
Biotechnology Master’s Program at Syracuse University
Among the 14 master’s biotechnology graduates at Syracuse University, 64% were women (9) and 36% were men (5).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Biotechnology master’s degree recipients at Syracuse University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 4 |
| Asian | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 9 |
Minority students account for 7% of Biotechnology master’s degree recipients at Syracuse University, below the national average of 33%.*
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
More Specific Biotechnology Concentrations at Syracuse University
The Biotechnology program at Syracuse University offers more specialized concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Biotechnology | 28 |
Highest-Paying Careers for Biotechnology Graduates
Students who finish Biotechnology program at Syracuse University pursue many career paths. Here are the highest-paying careers for Biotechnology majors, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Water Resource Specialists | $179,716 |
| Natural Sciences Managers | $132,227 |
| Clinical Research Coordinators | $110,931 |
| Molecular and Cellular Biologists | $100,077 |
| Bioinformatics Scientists | $92,484 |
| Biological Scientists, All Other | $79,550 |
| Biologists | $54,070 |
| Geneticists | $48,526 |
| Biological Science Teachers, Postsecondary | $41,048 |
References
- IPEDS — Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System
- U.S. Department of Education — College Scorecard
- O*NET Online (Bureau of Labor Statistics)
- National Center for Education Statistics
More about our data sources and methodologies.